Construction Operators (Multiple Roles)

Tamworth Regional Council; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 day fortnight

Long service leave after 5 years

Ongoing training opportunities

Career growth & roster stability

Job summary

Tamworth Regional Council is seeking a Construction Operator to join our outdoors team. You will operate plant and equipment across roads, bridges, and drainage projects while contributing to high-quality outcomes for the community.

The role offers a 9 day fortnight, early long service leave eligibility after five years, and ongoing training. The ideal candidate will hold a Certificate III in Civil Construction (or equivalent), possess a WHS induction card, and have experience with heavy plant.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy plant and construction equipment.
• Understanding of civil construction and maintenance techniques.
• Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to a safe workplace and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of plant and equipment (backhoe, front-end loader, bobcat, excavator <20t, truck, roller, tractor).
• Assist with engineering infrastructure construction and maintenance tasks.
• Follow established procedures and maintain safe work practices.
• Work autonomously and with others to achieve high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Plant operation

Heavy equipment operation

Civil construction knowledge

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

WHS General Construction induction Card

Job description

• Utilise your plant operation and construction experience
• Join a fun and dynamic team serving the community

This role provides opportunities to serve our community in providing quality construction of sealed roads, unsealed roads, bridges, footpaths and stormwater drainage projects whilst utilising your experience operating heavy plant, concreting, laying pipes, driving trucks and general labouring. This is a great opportunity to let your unique skills and experience shine in an organisation that offers amazing benefits including a 9 day fortnight, long service leave after 5 years, ongoing training opportunities, career growth & roster stability.

• 9 day fortnight
• long service leave after 5 years
• ongoing training opportunities
• career growth & roster stability

COULD THIS BE YOU?

We are looking for a motivated person who enjoys working outdoors in a wide variety of roles and places. You will be able to work autonomously and as a part of a team providing high level construction outcomes for the community to enjoy.

The Construction Operator can be responsible for:

• Operating a range of plant and equipment e.g Backhoe, Front End Loader, Bobcat, Excavator (<20t), Truck, Roller, Tractor with associated implements
• Knowledge of engineering infrastructure construction and maintenance techniques
• Following procedures and processes
• Working with minimal supervision
• Working effectively with others
• Monitoring and maintaininhg a safe workplace

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS IN THIS ROLE:

• Hold a Certificate III in Civil Construction OR related field OR equivalent experience
• WHS General Construction induction Card
• Ability to operate a range of heavy plant
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
• Proven ability to contribute to positive team culture
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision whilst applying great time management skills
• Current HR Class Drivers licence

A Certificate III in Civil Construction, Plant or other related field is desirable however applicants with 12 months equivilant experience and/or a willingness to obtain this Certficate will be accepted.

Salary range: Grade 7 -$1,197.90 - $1,296.20 per week plus superannuation & allowances for a 38 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.

Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.

Our values guide our culture, shape how we work, and define what we stand for as an organisation - Tamworth Regional Council - Our Values

A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!

Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.

The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.

Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.

ABOUT OUR REGION

The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.

Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.

As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.

Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.

Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes.